What you need to know if you have never received a massage
During the massage:
During the massage:
1. Don’t be afraid to talk about how you feel 🥵🥶
— If you are cold, hot, or if the pressure is too strong or too light, tell your massage therapist.
— If you are cold, hot, or if the pressure is too strong or too light, tell your massage therapist.
- He can adjust the pressure, the room temperature, or the technique so you feel more comfortable.
2. You may feel slight pain 🫣
— If your neck, calves, or other muscles are very tense, you may feel a bit of pain when they are massaged.
— If your neck, calves, or other muscles are very tense, you may feel a bit of pain when they are massaged.
- This is normal, but you can ask to apply less pressure.
3. Some areas may be sensitive 🥴
— Certain points may cause ticklish sensations when touched.
— Certain points may cause ticklish sensations when touched.
- You may also feel arousal; there is no need to be embarrassed about it.
4. Massage is not only physical — it is also mental relaxation 📵
— Try to let go of thoughts and trust the process.
— Try to let go of thoughts and trust the process.
- The more you relax, the better the effects of the massage will be.
5. Don’t be shy about breathing deeply or making sounds 😮💨
— Express your sensations naturally; it can help your therapist understand your level of comfort and adjust the technique.
— Express your sensations naturally; it can help your therapist understand your level of comfort and adjust the technique.
- Making sounds during the massage is something natural and important.
6. Don’t worry about how your body reacts 🤤
— Better blood circulation can trigger natural responses in your body — this is normal.
— Better blood circulation can trigger natural responses in your body — this is normal.
- Remember: your main goal is to relax and trust the process.